(Posted on Sep 21, 2018 at 06:53AM by Patrick Wensink)
Dear Patrick,
I just bought a used Nissan Pathfinder, but it looks like new. I want it to stay that way. I plan to keep it spotless, but I’ve never actually waxed a car before. Is it hard?
-Luz
Hi Luz,
This is a great way to keep your ride looking perfect and battling against the elements. Also, it couldn’t be easier!
Wash and dry the exterior completely. This is an important step because it will not set properly if the sheet metal is dirty.
Place about a thumb-sized dollop on the sponge that comes with the packaging.
Rub the wax in lightly in a circular motion, about 12-inches in diameter. Make concentric rows of these patterns until the entire body of the vehicle is covered.
Be careful not to apply any to headlights and plastic components.
Allow everything to dry. It will be white and chalky when it is ready.
Finally, take a chamois and gently polish out all of the material. You should be left with a glimmering, shining Pathfinder that looks exactly like the day you drove it off the lot.
Simple, right?
Let me know if you have any other car care questions. Â